My Desert Serenade
Elvis Presley · Harum Scarum / Girl Happy [1993]
Come here my serenade, my desert serenade
A lover's melody, to bring you close to me
It's a tender lullaby, born of golden sand and sky
The song is new, and it's calling you
Tonight beside the desert palms
Come let me take you in my arms
Come here my serenade, my desert serenade
Wherever lovers dwell, it weaves it's magic spell
Soon a thousand dreams will start,
And romance will fill your heart
My lips conceal, love that's warm and real
Give me a chance to hold you near
You'll see a brand new world appear
So come and hear, my desert serenade, my desert serenade,
My desert serenade
A lover's melody, to bring you close to me
It's a tender lullaby, born of golden sand and sky
The song is new, and it's calling you
Tonight beside the desert palms
Come let me take you in my arms
Come here my serenade, my desert serenade
Wherever lovers dwell, it weaves it's magic spell
Soon a thousand dreams will start,
And romance will fill your heart
My lips conceal, love that's warm and real
Give me a chance to hold you near
You'll see a brand new world appear
So come and hear, my desert serenade, my desert serenade,
My desert serenade
My Desert Serenade
Elvis Presley's "My Desert Serenade" appears on the 1993 compilation album Harum Scarum / Girl Happy. The track showcases Presley's signature vocal style, blending his signature drawl with a romantic, mid-tempo arrangement typical of his late-career recordings. While often associated with the sunny sound of his Hawaii period, this specific recording carries a distinct mood that reflects the broader catalog of his work from the 1960s. The song stands as a testament to his enduring ability to deliver polished pop and rock and roll performances, capturing the essence of his musical legacy through a lens of nostalgia and classic rock and roll appeal.